Homes for Sale In a Beautiful Area with a Low Cost of Living

Looking for real estate in a beautiful area with a low cost of living?

Beaman Realty has homes, businesses and other property for sale in Baxter amd Marion Counties, Arkansas that offer affordable housing and low property taxes.A variety of housing options are available in the Lakeview/Bull Shoals/Mountain Home area. Single family residences in city and rural settings, homes on small acreages, a limited number of lake and river view homes, mobile homes on land or in parks, condominiums and townhomes. Median price of an existing home sold in Lakeview/Bull Shoals: $115,000.A wide variety of licensed contractors are available to oversee new home construction. Building sites under 1 acre start at approx. $8,000. Larger acreages and lake or river view lots vary widely in price. Check with one of our agents about specific vacant land available.

Taxes: Our total tax load is lower than the national average. Property taxes are based on assessed valuation of property. State income taxes are figured on a graduated scale from 1-7%, depending on taxable income. The first $6,000 of retired military pay and the first $6,000 of most private retirement plans, excluding IRA’s, are tax exempt. A $300 homestead tax deduction is available to home owners who claim their home as their primary residence. After homestead deduction, avg. tax on a $115,000 home in 2008: approx. $450/year.

Cost of Living in Baxter/Marion Counties

Baxter County COL 2008 cost of living index in Baxter County: 83.9 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Marion County COL 2008 cost of living index in Marion County: 82.0 (low, U.S. average is 100)

As of 2007, Baxter County’s population is 41,307 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 7.61 percent. Compared to the rest of the country, Baxter County’s cost of living is 19.30% Lower than the U.S. average. If you are looking for a home, a business, or any kind of real estate for sale in an area with affordable housing, low property taxes and a low cost of living, Beaman Realty can help you find it. Search for property for sale here or call us at Beaman Realty 800.467.5253 today.